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Associations Central08-05-16 | News

Associations Central

ARCSA, the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association, and TRCA, the Texas Rainwater Catchment Association, are in the process of finalizing the restructuring of the two groups.

"What's happening is the trade association activities that were part of ARCSA are now being transferred to TRCA, and TRCA is changing its name to become ARCSA," explained Mark Pape, treasurer on the ARCSA Board of Directors. "What remains behind of the old ARCSA is all the educational and research activities, with the new name of ARCSA Foundation."

The memberships of each association overwhelmingly approved the change.

"It's enormously powerful," said Pape. "It allows ARCSA to be more active in state and federal governments."

"We're really excited about what's to come," he concluded.
www.arcsa.org

The Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP) launched a new logo as part of its new marketing strategy and brand vision. The association's new icon is just the first of several initiatives the organization is putting forward.

This month, AOLP's annual Lighting Awards program will launch with an expanded offering of entry categories.

Through its new affiliation with the Irrigation Association, AOLP will, for the first time ever, offer its Certified Low Voltage Lighting Technician Certification at the 2016 Irrigation Show in Las Vegas in December.

AOLP's annual conference and expo will be held Feb. 16-18, 2017 in Scottsdale, Ariz., rebranded as Illuminate 17. It will feature new opportunities for industry education and networking.
www.AOLPonline.org

The Sports Turf Managers Association recently introduced their newest certification, the Environmental Facility Certification Program. The program documents a facility's level of environmental stewardship through an electronic survey of environmental best practices, followed by a walkthrough with an attester to verify the results.

The survey covers best management practices related to stormwater management, fertilization, pesticides/integrated pest management, recycling, composting, mowing, energy conservation, shop building and storage areas, irrigation and water quality testing, and educational outreach programs.

Once verified, the certification will be valid for three years. While there is no cost to apply, if certified, there will be a $100 fee, which includes recognition materials such as a plaque or banner acknowledging the facility's certification.
www.STMA.org

As seen in LC/DBM magazine, August 2016.